Gosselin: Jason Garrett is part of what's wrong with Tony Romo

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8. Aaron Rodgers, Green Bay — Probably the next quarterback to get a huge new deal, Rodgers has been so good the last three years, including one NFL title, that the folks in Titletown no longer miss Brett Favre. So his $9.25 million salary looks cheap.

Columnist Rick Gosselin held a chat on Monday. Here are some highlights.

Mike Heika said Rick Carlisle's the area's best coach, mainly because the others are too nice. Do you think that's Jason Garrett's problem, or is it a credibility issue among the players who see Jerry Jones as the ultimate decision-maker?

I agree with Heika. Carlisle is the best coach. Gulutzan, Garrett and at times Ron Washington go too easy on their players. Professional athletes don't need a friend -- they need a coach. I think that's one of the problems with Tony Romo. I think Garrett spends too much time protecting him and not enough time holding him accountable for his play.

If the Cowboys don’t have any cap space, how will they sign their draft picks?

A restructured Romo deal would free up the money for the draft picks. Negotiating a new contract with Anthony Spencer also would free up the money. If neither comes to pass, more players will have to be released. If you don't have the money, you can't draft a player.

How about the Cowboys drafting that OT Fluker and guard in the second round. I think the Cowboys can get two walk-in starters and have a solid young line for years to come.

I'd take the best tackle or guard in the first, a center in the second, then the best tackle or guard in the third. It's a great year for offensive linemen and this would give the Cowboys a chance to fix their blocking front once and for all. Tyron Smith is a keeper and this draft could give the Cowboys three more quality pieces. If the Cowboys go tackle in the first, you'll probably see Doug Free slide in to guard in an effort to salvage that investment.

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